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Suzuki Vitara review
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Suzuki Vitara review

An SUV in the traditional mould, the Suzuki Vitara is showing its age in some key areas
In-depth reviews
28 Apr 2025
New Omoda 7 SHS plug-in hybrid SUV targets Toyota RAV4 with 745-mile range
Omoda 7 SHS - front

New Omoda 7 SHS plug-in hybrid SUV targets Toyota RAV4 with 745-mile range

The new mid-size SUV from China will also be going up against the best-selling Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage
News
23 Apr 2025
New 2026 Volvo S90 plug-in hybrid revealed… but it’s not coming to the UK
2026 Volvo S90 plug-in hybrid - front 3/4

New 2026 Volvo S90 plug-in hybrid revealed… but it’s not coming to the UK

Volvo’s traditional S90 saloon has been through a round of updates in line with its SUV siblings, and goes on sale in foreign markets later this year
News
17 Apr 2025
New Lexus ES set for flagship status as Shanghai reveal nears
Lexus ES saloon teased - side profile

New Lexus ES set for flagship status as Shanghai reveal nears

ES will replace LS at the top of Lexus range with a new platform and hybrid power
News
16 Apr 2025
Honda HR-V review
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Honda HR-V review

There’s plenty to like about the Honda HR-V, but it’s expensive to buy and is eclipsed by the very best in class
In-depth reviews
15 Apr 2025
Renault Rafale review
Renault Rafale - front, panning

Renault Rafale review

Renault’s stylish hybrid flagship features a tech-laden and spacious interior, but doesn’t drive as well as its upmarket SUV rivals
In-depth reviews
14 Apr 2025
Toyota RAV4 vs Cupra Terramar: sporty meets sensible in big-time SUV clash
Toyota RAV4 vs Cupra Terramar - front tracking

Toyota RAV4 vs Cupra Terramar: sporty meets sensible in big-time SUV clash

Racy Spanish brand Cupra is hoping to make waves in the plug-in hybrid SUV class with its all-new Terramar. We put it up against the big-selling Toyot…
Car group tests
12 Apr 2025
New Denza Z9GT 2025 review: super estate has BMW and Mercedes in its sights
 Denza Z9GT - front tracking

New Denza Z9GT 2025 review: super estate has BMW and Mercedes in its sights

The new Denza Z9GT hybrid estate is on the way to the UK. Should BMW, Mercedes and even Porsche be worried?
Road tests
11 Apr 2025
What is the ZEV Mandate? The Zero Emissions Vehicle Mandate and how it affects you
Ioniq 5 - front

What is the ZEV Mandate? The Zero Emissions Vehicle Mandate and how it affects you

The Government has recently revised its ZEV Mandate rules; we explain what that means and how it affects you
Tips & advice
8 Apr 2025
New 2025 Volvo XC60 undercuts big-selling BMW X3 and Audi Q5
Volvo XC60 - front 3/4 static

New 2025 Volvo XC60 undercuts big-selling BMW X3 and Audi Q5

The facelifted version of Volvo’s best-selling mid-sized SUV gets a new look and more tech, and it’s on sale now
News
8 Apr 2025
Bentley Continental GT and Flying Spur get new 671bhp hybrid powertrain
Bentley Continental GT 2025

Bentley Continental GT and Flying Spur get new 671bhp hybrid powertrain

Bentley's new High Performance Hybrid powertrain develops 671bhp and sits below the existing 771bhp Ultra High Performance Hybrid system
News
8 Apr 2025
Government softens 2030 petrol and diesel ban with hybrids now allowed
Honda Civic - eHEV badge

Government softens 2030 petrol and diesel ban with hybrids now allowed

The sale of new hybrids and plug-in hybrids will be permitted until 2035 under the government’s revised ruleset
News
6 Apr 2025
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Ford Tourneo Connect review
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Ford Tourneo Connect review

The VW-derived Ford Tourneo Connect people carrier is highly practical and now comes as a plug-in hybrid
In-depth reviews
4 Apr 2025
Hyundai’s N division isn’t axing petrol hot hatchbacks just yet
Hyundai i20 N - front action

Hyundai’s N division isn’t axing petrol hot hatchbacks just yet

Performance division’s VP says that it’s “not true” that the brand is going EV-only, hinting at hybrid-powered models to come
News
4 Apr 2025
New Honda Prelude fully revealed as iconic coupe prepares for return in 2026
New Honda Prelude - front 3/4

New Honda Prelude fully revealed as iconic coupe prepares for return in 2026

Sixth-generation Prelude will be the first car to get Honda’s new S Shift technology
News
3 Apr 2025
Range Rover review
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Range Rover review

You’ll need deeper pockets than ever to buy one, but the latest Range Rover is an outstanding luxury SUV
In-depth reviews
3 Apr 2025
New 2025 Renault Austral facelift lands with Rafale-inspired styling
Renault Austral facelift - front action

New 2025 Renault Austral facelift lands with Rafale-inspired styling

Visual updates for mid-size SUV, but there’s still no fleet-friendly plug-in hybrid option
News
3 Apr 2025
Volkswagen Multivan eHybrid 4Motion is an all-wheel drive PHEV seven-seater for under £55k
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Volkswagen Multivan eHybrid 4Motion is an all-wheel drive PHEV seven-seater for under £55k

New battery allows for bump in electric range for the Multivan plug-in hybrid
News
2 Apr 2025
New Citroen C3 Hybrid now available as the latest model in the supermini range
New Citroen C3 Hybrid - front 3/4

New Citroen C3 Hybrid now available as the latest model in the supermini range

Hybrid power joins petrol and pure-electric versions of the C3 from £20,115
News
2 Apr 2025
New Omoda 9 could be the UK’s longest-range plug-in hybrid
Omoda 9 - front

New Omoda 9 could be the UK’s longest-range plug-in hybrid

Omoda’s new 4x4 flagship delivers an “expected” range of more than 700 miles, plus 0-62mph in less than five seconds
News
2 Apr 2025
Alfa Romeo adds a golden touch to all models with the Intensa special editions
Alfa Romeo Intensa - lineup

Alfa Romeo adds a golden touch to all models with the Intensa special editions

Black and gold theme, plus extra kit, available on the Junior, Tonale, Giulia and Stelvio
News
31 Mar 2025
New 1,064bhp Aston Martin Valhalla undergoing final testing ahead of production
Aston Martin Valhalla - front 3/4

New 1,064bhp Aston Martin Valhalla undergoing final testing ahead of production

Production of the 1,064bhp mid-engined hybrid hypercar will start within the next three months, limited to 999 units
News
31 Mar 2025
Toyota RAV4 review
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Toyota RAV4 review

Global best seller offers practicality and efficiency in equal measure
In-depth reviews
30 Mar 2025
New Jeep Avenger 4xe 2025 review: a rugged but flawed SUV
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New Jeep Avenger 4xe 2025 review: a rugged but flawed SUV

Jeep’s smallest SUV gains the off-road ability the standard Avenger is lacking
Road tests
27 Mar 2025
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Range Rover Sport review
Range Rover Sport - front tracking

Range Rover Sport review

The Range Rover Sport is hard to beat, because it offers strong performance, superb comfort and an engaging drive
In-depth reviews
26 Mar 2025
Toyota Hilux Hybrid 48V: popular pick-up gets electrical assistance
2025 Toyota Hilux Hybrid 48V - static front 3/4 in desert

Toyota Hilux Hybrid 48V: popular pick-up gets electrical assistance

Rugged Hilux now offered with electrification and new off-road modes
News
26 Mar 2025
New 295bhp Audi A5 e-hybrid PHEV launches in saloon and estate guises
New Audi A5 Avant e-hybrid - front tracking

New 295bhp Audi A5 e-hybrid PHEV launches in saloon and estate guises

It marks the first time we’ve seen the ‘e-hybrid’ identifier, replacing Audi’s TFSI e naming protocol
News
26 Mar 2025
The smart money is being spent on hybrid cars
Opinion - Toyota Yaris Cross

The smart money is being spent on hybrid cars

Mike Rutherford thinks hybrids sit in the sweet spot between cheaper petrol and diesel models and more expensive pure-electric cars
Opinion
23 Mar 2025
New vs used hybrid SUVs: Dacia Duster or Toyota RAV4?
New Dacia Duster vs Used Toyota RAV4 - header

New vs used hybrid SUVs: Dacia Duster or Toyota RAV4?

Hybrid SUVs are growing in popularity, but what's the best option for a budget of under £25k?
Car group tests
22 Mar 2025
Lexus NX review
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Lexus NX review

A hybrid pioneer, the Lexus NX remains a strong choice due to its great all-round appeal
In-depth reviews
20 Mar 2025
New PHEV trio to kick-off Bentley’s 10-year plug-in pledge
Bentley Hybrid teaser

New PHEV trio to kick-off Bentley’s 10-year plug-in pledge

Bentley has set its electrification stall out with bold plans for a new plug-in car every year for the next decade
News
19 Mar 2025
Audi A5 and A3 PHEVs lead run of 10 new Audi plug-in hybrids due this year
Audi A3 facelift 2025 UK

Audi A5 and A3 PHEVs lead run of 10 new Audi plug-in hybrids due this year

Audi is betting big on plug-in hybrid tech as EV uptake falters. Expect an influx of 10 models by the end of 2025 with long EV ranges
News
18 Mar 2025
Electric and hybrid cars are killing the manual gearbox - and we won't miss it
Opinion - gearboxes

Electric and hybrid cars are killing the manual gearbox - and we won't miss it

Auto Express’ senior test editor argues that no one should be worried by the rising popularity of automatic ’boxes
Opinion
14 Mar 2025
Best used hybrid cars to buy now
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Best used hybrid cars to buy now

Want to embrace electrified driving but need the reassurance of an internal combustion engine? Try one of our favourite used hybrid cars
Best cars & vans
13 Mar 2025
Toyota Corolla gets modest update for 2025 with more colours and less power
2025 Toyota Corolla - front

Toyota Corolla gets modest update for 2025 with more colours and less power

Toyota has quietly revamped its popular hybrid-powered hatchback
News
10 Mar 2025
Ford Kuga plug-in hybrid recall warns owners not to charge their cars
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Ford Kuga plug-in hybrid recall warns owners not to charge their cars

A new recall has been issued on the Kuga PHEV, warning owners of the potential for a ‘vehicle fire’
News
7 Mar 2025
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